Building a Stronger Jamaica
Digicel Foundation is inviting proposals in two priority areas: digital literacy and water solutions.
The Digicel Foundation's Build Jamaica Grants are back, supporting organisations with practical ideas to tackle some of Jamaica's most pressing challenges.
This year, we're backing projects in two key areas: digital literacy and water solutions.
We're looking for ideas that open doors to digital learning, build essential skills, improve access to water and help farmers and communities respond to drought.
Have a project that can make a difference? Let's build Jamaica together.
Two Funding Priorities
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Digital Literacy & Inclusion
Help more Jamaicans access technology, learn new skills and navigate the digital world with confidence. - Digital skills training - Online safety and internet awareness - Technology access for underserved communities - STEM, coding and digital learning - Digital skills for farmers and community groups
Water Solutions & Resilience
We want practical ideas that improve water access, conserve limited supplies and help communities and farmers manage drought. - Rainwater harvesting - Water storage systems - Small-scale irrigation - Community water solutions - Water conservation projectsFunding Guidelines
We encourage persons to review the funding guidelines before applying.
What are the special areas of focus for Build Jamaica grants?
This year, we're backing projects in two key areas: digital literacy and water solutions.
Who is eligible to apply for a Build Jamaica grant?
Our grants target registered not-for-profit groups and social enterprises. We don’t award individual grants or scholarships. If your organisation is not registered with the Companies Office of Jamaica, we encourage you to submit proof of registration with the Council for Voluntary Social Services, RADA, SDC, the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information or other professional organisations.
What type of projects are not eligible for funding?
Projects ineligible for funding include: individuals seeking assistance for personal reasons, this includes scholarships, sectarian or religious organisations whose services are limited to members of one religious group; religious programmes; endowment funds, development campaigns or funds directed towards deficit reduction or operating reserves; fundraising events or sponsorships (walk/run, golf tournaments, sports teams, tickets, tables, benefits, raffles, souvenir programmes, advertising, fundraising dinners, etc.); trips: conferences; seminars; festivals; one-day events (unless they are part of an approved programme activity); documentaries, videos or research projects/programmes (unless this can be shown to align with the Foundation’s funding objectives and criteria directly; trust funds; organisations that channel the funds received to third parties and organisations formed to combat specific diseases and or conduct medical research.
How much funding can my organisation request?
Organisations can apply for grants of up to $2,500,000 for a Build Jamaica grant.
What supporting documents should be submitted along with the application form?
Supporting documents may include your organisation's registration document, project proposal, budget, timeline, and any other relevant information necessary for the evaluation process.
I have submitted my grant application. What is next?
Digicel Foundation will review your completed application form after it is submitted. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.